August 17, 2015

Australia’s largest gold miner Newcrest back to profit

After two years of multi-billion dollar losses the company is also is getting closer to dividend territory.

August 14, 2015

India picks worst time to resume iron ore mining — analysts

India's private iron ore producers are likley to suffer the effects of high costs, low prices and a poor export market.

August 14, 2015

Deep sea mining: a potential source of renewable resources?

Not metaphorically, but literally – the deep sea is a gold mine, and that is just scratching the surface.

August 14, 2015

BHP boosts female representation at board

Reshuffle includes promotion of Baroness Shriti Vadera from a non-executive position to the role of senior independent director.

August 13, 2015

BHP Billiton: Celebrating 130 years of history

BHP Billiton is today celebrating the 130 year anniversary of the incorporation of BHP and its significant contribution to the Australian economy and society for more than a century.

August 13, 2015

Huge blasts at Chinese port disrupts iron ore, oil shipments

Two huge explosions at the port of Tianjin, the world's 10th largest, have killed at least 50 people and devastated the area.

August 13, 2015

Glencore hit by $790 million writedown, cuts spending

The company's action on spending follows sharp falls across commodity prices this year.

August 13, 2015

Global gold demand hits six-year-low as China, India buy less

Total bullion demand dropped 12% in the second quarter of the year, due in part to directionless prices, the WGC says.

August 12, 2015

Iron ore price rally safe from yuan devaluation

High cost domestic Chinese iron ore mines will stay shut, boosting already surging imports.

August 12, 2015

Most Chinese rare earth miners running at a loss — report

About 90% of China’s rare earth producers are currently operating at a loss as prices for the coveted elements continue to drop due to a global glut and illegal mining.